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|Weight=268g(w/o Band)
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|Cable=N/A
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|Release Date=July 31, 2018
|Release Date=July 31, 2018
|Release Price=¥2,000 RMB (about $300)
|Release Price=¥2,000 RMB (about $300)
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Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:
Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:


* 40% lighter https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
* 40% lighter <ref name="abba">https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html</ref>
* 25% better display https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
* 25% better display <ref name="abba"></ref>
* additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
* additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller <ref name="beta">https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167</ref>


Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. <ref name="celery">https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/</ref>


The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:
The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:


* Pico G2 Pro
* [[Pico G2 Pro]]
* Pico G2 4k
* [[Pico G2 4k]]
see product compare chart: https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
 
For a spec comparison of these three headsets, visit https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html.


==Release and Pricing==
==Release and Pricing==


On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. <ref name="beta"></ref>


==Hardware==
==Hardware==
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* Storage = 32GB
* Storage = 32GB
* Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB
* Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB
https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
<ref name="celery"></ref>
https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
<ref name="abba"></ref>


The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back.https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back. <ref name="beta"></ref>


==Setup Tutorial==
==Setup Tutorial==


You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. <ref name="dog">https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/</ref>


The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html, https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. <ref name="abba"></ref><ref name="dog"></ref>


==Input Devices==
==Input Devices==


Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to [[Oculus Go]] or [[Daydream View]].https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to [[Oculus Go]] or [[Daydream View]].<ref name="celery"></ref>


With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. <ref name="dog"></ref>


==Accessories==
==Accessories==
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==Apps==
==Apps==


For the G2, Pico partnered with HTC Vive to offer more content. Through Viveport, users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
For the G2, Pico partnered with [[HTC Vive]] to offer more content. Through [[Viveport]], users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. <ref name="abba"></ref>


===Stores===
===Stores===
Pico Store - focus on business applications, not entertainment https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
 
Viveport link
* Pico Store
vr-sync.com
* [[Viveport]]
lookandplay.io


==Developer==
==Developer==
Visit Pico’s [https://developer.pico-interactive.com/ developer documentation] which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
Visit Pico’s [https://developer.pico-interactive.com/ developer documentation] which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. <ref name="dog"></ref>


Pico partnered with HTC Vive to expand developer resources. Through the VIVE WAVE Open VR Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
Pico partnered with [[HTC Vive]] to expand developer resources. Through the Vive Wave VR Open Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.<ref name="abba"></ref>


The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0.<ref name="dog"></ref>


==Images==
==Images==

Revision as of 01:15, 14 June 2021

Pico G2
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype Integrated HMD
Platform Pico Digital Platform, Viveport
Developer Pico
Release Date July 31, 2018
Website https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
Predecessor Pico Goblin
Successor Pico G2 4K
System
Storage
Display
Display 3K LCD, blue ray reduction
Resolution 2880 x 1600
Refresh Rate 90Hz, 615 ppi
Image
Field of View 101 degrees
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 3DOF
Audio
Camera monocular RGB on front
Connectivity
Connectivity N/A
Device
Weight 268g(w/o Band)
Input 1 3DOF Controller


Introduction

Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:

  • 40% lighter [1]
  • 25% better display [1]
  • additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller [2]

Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. [3]

The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:

For a spec comparison of these three headsets, visit https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html.

Release and Pricing

On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. [2]

Hardware

  • CPU = Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
  • RAM = 4GB
  • Storage = 32GB
  • Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB

[3] [1]

The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back. [2]

Setup Tutorial

You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. [4]

The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. [1][4]

Input Devices

Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to Oculus Go or Daydream View.[3]

With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. [4]

Accessories

Apps

For the G2, Pico partnered with HTC Vive to offer more content. Through Viveport, users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. [1]

Stores

Developer

Visit Pico’s developer documentation which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. [4]

Pico partnered with HTC Vive to expand developer resources. Through the Vive Wave VR Open Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.[1]

The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0.[4]

Images

References